When does PSL 11 start and end?+
HBL PSL Season 11 starts on March 26, 2026 with the opening match between Lahore Qalandars and Hyderabad Kingsmen at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The season concludes with the final on May 3, 2026. PSL 11 runs for 39 days with 44 total matches across 6 cities.
How many teams are in PSL 11?+
PSL 11 features 8 teams — an expansion from the previous 6. The original six franchises are joined by two brand-new teams: Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindi Pindiz, making their PSL debut in 2026.
How does the PSL format work?+
In PSL 11, the 8 teams are divided into 2 groups of 4. Each team plays 10 league stage matches. The top 4 teams advance to the playoffs — a Qualifier, two Eliminators, and the Final. The champions win the Infinity Trophy and US$500,000 in prize money.
Which team has won the PSL the most times?+
Islamabad United have won the PSL 3 times (2016, 2018, 2021) — the most of any franchise. Lahore Qalandars and Multan Sultans have each won it twice. Quetta Gladiators, Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings have each won once.
Where can I watch PSL 11 in Pakistan?+
PSL 11 is broadcast free-to-air on PTV Sports across Pakistan. You can also stream all matches live on the Tamasha App (iOS and Android) — the official PSL streaming platform. Both options are completely free for Pakistani viewers.
What is the PSL Infinity Trophy?+
The Infinity Trophy is the brand-new PSL 11 championship trophy unveiled in Karachi in March 2026. It features Pakistan’s crescent and star symbol decorated with 1,600 Swarovski crystals and 8 emerald gemstones — one for each franchise. It marks the league’s expansion into a new era.
What is the prize money for PSL 2026?+
The PSL 11 winning team receives US$500,000 — the largest prize in PSL history. Additional prize money is distributed to runners-up and individual award winners including Player of the Tournament, Best Batter, Best Bowler and Emerging Player.
